The average train between Oban and Irvine takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Oban to Irvine. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Oban and Irvine. The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oban is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Irvine at 9:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Dalmuir and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Oban to Irvine? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Oban to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Oban station and arriving at Irvine station via Dalmuir. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Oban to Irvine train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Oban station.
Oban to Irvine train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Irvine station.
Book your Oban to Irvine train tickets online with ScotRail.
The distance between Oban and Irvine is 102.1 km. The road distance is 200 km.
You can take a train from Oban to Irvine via Dalmuir, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Glasgow Central in around 4h 7m.